Create your own at Storyboard ThatThis quote shows situational irony because Rainsford and Whitney call Captain Nielson "tough minded" meaning that they expected him to be tough but he was weirded out by the island too. This example helps the readers understand that the island was so mysterious and scary that even one of the toughest guys was acting strange. This quote shows verbal irony because Zaroff was being extremely nice and humble to Rainsford just so he wouldnt expect that he was going to be one of the men that Zaroff hunted. If you read to the end you'll see that Rainsford was not killed. This helps the reader understand how Zaroff intimidates men into letting their guard down so Zaroff can do his hunting. This quote shows situational irony because when he knew there were people on island he expected to find a village full of people, but he found one house with a peculiar man. This example of irony helps the reader understand why everybody gets weird vibes from the island. They were a bit strange, now that you mention it, even Captain Nielson. We shouldn't be chatting here. We can talk later. Now you want clothes, food, rest. You shall have them. This is a most respectful spot. Did not make me a cold blooded murder!